5.2
Balleny Islands region
2026-03-16 13:01:42 UTC (2026-03-16)
green Alert— PAGER estimated impact level
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Earthquake Details
Magnitude
5.2 mww
Depth
10.0 km
Shallow
Location
-62.4454°N
165.4581°E
165.4581°E
Technical Information
Event ID
us6000sgkw
Event Type
earthquake
Status
✓ Reviewed
Significance
416
Stations Used
27
Azimuthal Gap
104.0°
Min Station Distance
8.665°
RMS Residual
0.82 sec
Last Updated
2026-03-26 20:08:14 UTC
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 5.2 earthquakes are moderate and may cause light damage.
Shallow depth (10.0 km): Shallow earthquakes often cause more damage at the surface.
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Earthquakes can happen without warning. Make sure you know what to do.